land Sailing Club (HISC) is one of the UK's most prestigious sailing venues, recognised as an RYA Coastal Centre of Excellence.
Situated at the sandy tip of Sandy Point at the mouth of Chichester Harbour, it offers a world-class environment where high-performance racing meets a thriving boardsports culture. The club has a legendary reputation for producing elite talent, counting multiple World, European, and Olympic-level sailors among its ranks, and this "performance DNA" has fueled a super-vibrant wingfoiling community. The club is uniquely positioned to offer a variety of conditions; depending on the tide, you can find glass-flat speed strips or rolling swell at the harbour entrance.
W, E, NE (Harbour flat water; W is best)
15-25 knots is the sweet spot for most; 4-5m wings in lighter air, switching to 3m wings when it exceeds 28 knots.
All states - 1 hour either side of high/low for slack water
14 Day - Tide Calendar for Hayling Sailing Club →Generally flat inside harbour; bump and jump at harbour mouth
Overall
Offers flat water on the inside and swell on the outside.
Vibe & Crowds
Professional and social. A very active club atmosphere with excellent facilities. Moderate to High. Busy on race days, but otherwise offers plenty of space.
Suitable For
The harbour side is perfect for learning, while the outer bars offer swell.
Negatives & Hazards
Extreme Tides. North Mud Shelf. Shipping Traffic. Strict Access.
The "Chichester Rip" at the harbour mouth can run at 6+ knots. If the wind and tide are both going out, you can be swept toward the West Winner bank very quickly. Beware of the broken flint and oyster shells in the shallow areas (marked red on club maps) - they are "foil-killers." You are at a busy harbour entrance; always give way to large vessels and the RNLI lifeboat based on-site. HISC is a private club - you must be a member or a guest of a member to launch.
Hayling Sailing Club
Open in Google MapsHISC Members only (or guest of member with Day Sailing fee approx. £14). Sandy beach launch, wide concrete slipways, gear wash-down, and a barista café/bar. The club runs "Supported Sessions" with RIB cover for wingers on specific dates.
Sand and mud - watch out for the hidden sandbar. Beware of broken flint and oyster shells in shallow areas (marked red on club maps).
Year round
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Wind and weather forecasts for Hayling Sailing Club are provided to help you plan your sessions. Conditions at this coastal location can change quickly, so always check the actual conditions when you arrive and trust your judgment. These forecasts are for recreational planning—always prioritize safety and verify conditions yourself before heading out. Tidal predictions for Hayling Sailing Club are based on the nearest primary station at CHICHESTER HARBOUR (ENTRANCE) (2.35km away). Local conditions can vary from these predictions due to coastal topography and weather effects. Always verify tidal conditions on arrival—these predictions are for planning purposes only, not for navigational use or critical safety decisions.